Childcare FETAC Level 5 DCHSC

Childcare FETAC Level 5 (Code: DCHSC)

The FETAC Level 5 Certificate in Childcare programme provides learners with appropriate training for a career in childcare. All personnel working in pre-school services will be required to hold the minimum of this qualification by 2012.

Whether working in a day care nursery, crèche, pre-school / after school facility or with families as a professional nanny, this course is ideal.

The course also provides learners with an insight as to what is needed to set up their own childcare facility.

To complete the full Level 5 Childcare Certificate learners must complete at least eight modules (also known as component certificates) to achieve 8 credits. There are six mandatory modules and two optional modules, each worth one credit.

The mandatory modules for the FETAC Level 5 Childcare Major Award are:

• Caring for Children 0-6 Yrs

• Working in Childcare

• Early Childhood Education

• Child Development

• Communications

• Work Experience

Optional Modules can be chosen from and extensive list of FETAC Level 5 modules. In Killucan we are offering the following:

• Special Needs Assisting

• Occupational First Aid

• Internet

• Food Safety and HACCP

Please see the links below for a full course description for each module.

**If you have completed any other modules at FETAC Level 4, 5 or 6 you will be able to use these to achieve credit value in this programme. The FETAC coordinator can offer further advice on this matter.

Course Structure

Killucan Community Services Centre currently offers the FETAC Level 5 Certificate in Childcare programme on a part time basis.

Courses are provided evening times and some modules include one Saturday. The programme is designed so that learners can complete modules at their own pace and to accommodate work and home needs.

Tutoring Methodologies

A variety of methods and approaches are used including:

• Practical demonstrations

• Oral presentations

• Individual tutorial support

• Assignments and projects

• Work experience

• Discussions and debates

• Role play

• Attendance by specialist guest speakers

• Examinations

Applying for a Place

Registration for this programme usually takes place in early March and August.

Please contact the office or see the link below for an application form.

Fees

This programme is currently funded by the Department of Education and Skills under the Back to Education Initiative. Fees vary depending on the learner’s personal situation. Some learners are entitled to complete the modules for free.

Progression

Having successfully completed the FETAC Level 5 Major Award in Childcare learners may progress to the FETAC Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Supervision in Childcare and thereafter to HETAC Level 7 and 8 programmes. Options may also be available to apply through the Central Admissions Office (CAO) for degree programmes.